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Ritchie Valens was a rock & roll pioneer and a forefather of the Chicano rock movement. His recording career lasted eight months, as it abruptly ended when he died in a plane crash. He was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001.
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Aptly titled "Shefik presents Invocation", the nationally syndicated radio show is a mesmerizing and thought-provoking journey through musical discovery and appreciation that spans the decades. The show is currently broadcast on over 20 terrestrial radio stations and frequencies throughout the United States. Each one-hour episode, executive-produced and hosted by media personality Shefik, highlights one relatable focal point (chosen by Shefik), along with an accompanying playlist of songs (curated by Shefik), encompassing a unique thematic concept that invigorates the audience with creative impact. Top recording artists, actors, business executives, politicians, community leaders, and other special guests are invited to offer their own commentary on the weekly topic, as a supplement to Shefik's engaging mindset. The radio show's online hub at invocation.co serves as a conduit for discussion of the show, while featuring related videos and auxiliary content. The journey continues right here and everywhere.
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| Birth name | Richard Steven Valenzuela |
| Also known as | Ritchie Valens |
| Born | May 13, 1941 Pacoima, Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Died | February 3, 1959 (aged 17) Clear Lake, Iowa, U.S. |
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| Years active | 1957–1959 |
| Associated acts | Waylon Jennings Buddy Holly |
| Website | ritchievalens |
Billy Sherwood is mostly known for his time as a member of progressive rock band YES. He is also a member of the band Asia. Sherwood's godfather was the television icon Milton Berle, and his father was a famous musician, who has worked with Frank Sinatra.
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